Hi there DP and I want to get chickens..we have found a coop we like. So what we need to know is
a)where do you get chickens from?(need hardy ones as live in Scotland so they need to be able to cope with cold winters)
b)what food do they need?is it layer pellets and corn?
c)do they eat out of a bowl or do you scatter food about? DO they need grit?
d)our garden backs on to a quietish public footpath, we are more worried about local kids(not the nicest) doing something to the chickens....is it ok to lock them in when they are roosting?
e)if we move the coop around te garden to stop the wear and tear on one patch, how often do you move it?
f)any other advice/tips greatly welcomed!TIA
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nelix2000 · 04/08/2009 17:15
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